Name Profile
Josephine
“God will increase” — English
GirlEnglish4 syllablesCurrent rank #56 (2024)
About Josephine
The timeless girl's name Josephine boasts elegant English roots and the inspiring meaning, "God will increase." Balancing a stately, aristocratic feel with lovely vintage warmth, this classic choice offers enduring beauty and a wealth of adorable nicknames.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginEnglish
Syllables4
Nicknames for Josephine
JoseJosJosieJosySephine
Popularity in the U.S.
Josephine ranks #56 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 3,746 births..
Josephine popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Josephine had 3,746 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2,501 | #131 |
| 2016 | 2,793 | #114 |
| 2017 | 2,819 | #107 |
| 2018 | 3,043 | #91 |
| 2019 | 3,100 | #89 |
| 2020 | 3,027 | #86 |
| 2021 | 3,389 | #72 |
| 2022 | 3,263 | #70 |
| 2023 | 3,366 | #64 |
| 2024 | 3,746 | #56 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Josephine Rose
- Josephine Claire
- Josephine June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Josephine mean?
Josephine is commonly linked to the meaning God will increase and is associated with English roots.
Is Josephine a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Josephine ranks #56 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 3,746 births..
What are common nicknames for Josephine?
Popular nicknames include Jose, Jos, Josie, Josy, Sephine.